Networking at the Festival
Be where the creative marketing industry connects.
Every year, the creative marketing community meets at Cannes Lions to foster connections, network and do business.
Creatives, innovators, brands and beyond. Tens of thousands of people from more than 90 countries join us at the Palais every June, and this is your moment to meet them. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or still in the making, there’s plenty of opportunities to network across the Festival.
How can networking at the Festival help you?
It’s where you’ll find the whole industry in one place. Expect culture clashes, creative energy and the kinds of connections you can only get in Cannes.
It’s where business gets done. In-person networking means you’ll meet global decision-makers and build partnerships with people ready to push growth.
It’s where ideas come to life. Thousands of like-minded creatives and marketers come to the Festival – all eager to chat and offer opportunities for collaborations, mentorship and learning.
Make the most out of the networking opportunity
The Festival at your fingertips
- Download the Cannes Lions app, exclusively for pass holders
- Browse delegate lists and connect with fellow delegates via in-app messaging
- Explore the agenda and learn more about our speakers
- Build a personalised schedule by favouriting sessions
- Get the interactive map to help you navigate the Palais and city of Cannes
- Keep up to date with the latest Festival news
New to the Festival?
Get to know your home for the week and meet other first-timers with an official Cannes Lions tour. Just search 'first timer' in our app and choose a tour – available in seven languages.
Meet-Ups
Connect with like-minded people and industry leaders in post-session meet-ups, including Bonnie Wan’s meet-the-speaker moment and Brianna Mills’s mixer for young talent.
Daily Happy Hours
There’s no better way to take in a day’s inspiration than sunset refreshments and networking on the Terrace – the most popular spot for delegates to meet, taking place every day of the Festival. From vibrant celebrations to karaoke for good, join us every day on the Terrace from 5.30pm to 7pm for a celebration of all things creativity.
Cabanas
Located along the Croisette, the Cabanas are where our partners showcase their brands – an opportunity for networking, discovery and connection. In 2025, you’ll find Braze, Fetch Rewards, Jasper AI, JP Morgan Chase, Mirakl, Moloco, Omnicom Group, Outfront Media, SiriusXM Media, Snowflake, Sprinklr, T-Mobile, The Current, Tubi, Vevo and Wurl.
LIONS B2B Summit
A LIONS-led initiative featuring LinkedIn as the headline partner, the LIONS B2B Summit is an exclusive half-day event open to delegates and non-delegates alike, and designed for high-impact engagement with the B2B marketing community.
Tuesday 17 June | Carlton Hotel's Salon Croisette
Friday Brunch
Join fellow Festival-goers on the Terrace for brunch on Friday morning – your chance to chat about the week’s events and gear up for our world-class Awards Show in the evening.
Plus, watch the Young Lions Winners Competitions Announcement on the Terrace Stage, recognising their achievements and celebrating the next generation of creative talent.
Cannes Lions Closing Party
A celebration like no other. Catch up with the connections you’ve made, and end the week in style at the official Festival closing party on Carlton Beach.